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RB Patrick Taylor, 49’ers (1 Viewer)
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Ministry of Pain
Footballguy
How good is Gurendo?
JohnnyU
Footballguy
Better than the others for sure, but I’m more intrigued by Abanikandi because I liked him coming out of college. It doesn’t appear the NFL did as much as me.
JohnnyU
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RaidersAreOne
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Picked him but I am too scared to start him lol.
What are expectations for him?
What are expectations for him?
zamboni
Footballguy
That’s the thing - not much to base on. Some positive comments about his role would be a good start, but even that would be a leap of faith.
Hurl Bruce
Footballguy
Injuries have ravaged me, so I am down to Taylor, Hunt, Abdullah, Vidal, or Reynolds.
Looks like Taylor is now the leading candidate.
Looks like Taylor is now the leading candidate.
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Footballguy
NFL Draft Profile - Lance Zierlein:
Overview
Big runner who needs to learn to run like one on a consistent basis. He has size to impose his will but tends to tap the brakes rather than hit the gas into contact. He runs with decent footwork between the tackles and has good open-field speed to get away from chasers. His vision and burst are lacking a little and he needs a clear point of entry to operate with decisiveness. Taylor might be better off in a system that gives him his gap and lets him go. He has some third-down value in a pinch and has been successful as a short-yardage option in college.Strengths
Built like a comic book hero. Carries well-defined, heavily muscled frame. Scored a TD every 13.1 carries over the last three years. Good open-field play speed for a big back. Follows his lead blocker with good patience. Size creates advantage to fall forward after contact. Batters run-supporting defensive backs and wears them down. Able to handle some pass-catching duties. Has the size/strength to protect the quarterback with more technique work. Has kick-coverage experience.Weaknesses
Never more than a committee back at Memphis. Tall, with upright running style. Tight hips. Linear running style lacks fluidity. Gradual getting through the hole and finding freedom. Vision is slightly below-average. Doesn't plant and go from outside zone. Running style lacks tempo and smoothness. Below-average agility to make quick cuts. Usually in second place when attempting to initiate contact.
Naughtyjungleoflove
Footballguy
I think Taylor played well against the Bears when Guerendo initially got injured. He played the 4th qtr and had 25 yards and a TD. I don't see any reason he wouldn't play the vast majority of the snaps on Sunday unless he were to fumble in his first few carries. It's been a case of the next RB up being a bellcow all year for the Niners. Abanakadi may or may not be better but he's only been there 2 weeks and can't be trusted as much as someone who knows the playbook in my opinion .
I'm trying to decide whether to start Taylor or Kendre Miller this week in 2 separate PPR leagues. I'm leaning Miller but am not sure that's the right call.
I'm trying to decide whether to start Taylor or Kendre Miller this week in 2 separate PPR leagues. I'm leaning Miller but am not sure that's the right call.
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Footballguy
Debating Taylor vs Jerome Ford.....
Ford more talented and a "known commodity", but with a new QB, might find running room hard to come by.
Taylor on a better (albeit struggling) offense, and I really like his chances for a TD.
Ford more talented and a "known commodity", but with a new QB, might find running room hard to come by.
Taylor on a better (albeit struggling) offense, and I really like his chances for a TD.
JohnnyU
Footballguy
What if Abanikandi is active and he’s the guy? I wouldn’t put it past Shanahan.
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Footballguy
Yes, there is risk, and I've been burned by Shanahanigans before.....but with only two weeks with the team, one would "assume" that Abanikandi wouldn't dominate the gameplan.
Naughtyjungleoflove
Footballguy
DTR
I think DTR will get a lot of rushing yards himself. I'm not sure if that helps or hurts Ford.
Shanahan is a bellcow RB coach and the Niner's o-line is a big part of their RB's success. Taylor was the bellcow for the 4th qtr against the Bears and had 25 yards and a TD. I don't think he gave them any reason to think he couldn't be the man this week.
I think DTR will get a lot of rushing yards himself. I'm not sure if that helps or hurts Ford.
Shanahan is a bellcow RB coach and the Niner's o-line is a big part of their RB's success. Taylor was the bellcow for the 4th qtr against the Bears and had 25 yards and a TD. I don't think he gave them any reason to think he couldn't be the man this week.
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Footballguy
Reasonable assessment....with the possible caveat of "Shanahanigans!"
